The Foundation for Refugee Students UAF provides financial and other support to refugees and asylum seekers who plan to study in the Netherlands.
The Foundation for Refugee Students UAF provides financial and other support to refugees and asylum seekers who plan to study in the Netherlands. Students must be recognized refugees within the Netherlands. Anyone who can use their knowledge can make a meaningful contribution to Dutch society.
More information is available on the UAF site.
Scholarship value
The UAF does not grant scholarships. The UAF supports its clients in the preparation for and during their studies at Dutch educational institutions. The support usually consists of advisory, intermediary and counselling services; under certain circumstances the UAF also provides financial support for study costs such as tuition fees, books and travel expenses.
Interested in science and technology, but rather not focus on one field? This Bachelor’s combines electrical engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, nanotechnology, robotics and more.
Learn how to use mathematics to find solutions to complex societal challenges in, for example, healthcare, logistics, technology or the environment.
Learn to understand the fundamental laws of nature and apply them in innovative technologies and sustainable solutions in this Dutch-taught Bachelor’s.
Learn to design, develop and improve innovative healthcare technologies such as rehabilitation robots, artificial organs, prostheses and imaging technologies in this Dutch-taught Bachelor’s.
Develop expertise in both business and IT to help companies perform better and more sustainably in our digital society.
Use chemistry to understand, design and develop new sustainable processes, materials and solutions.
Roads, buildings, dikes, bridges: in this Bachelor’s, you learn how to combine technical and non-technical knowledge to design, construct and manage large projects in construction & infrastructure.
Communication is everywhere. In this Bachelor’s, you will explore the interactions between people, media and technology to develop effective communication strategies for a better future.
Want to use your creative ideas and AI for social impact? This Bachelor’s, in Enschede or Amsterdam, teaches you to create smart, responsible and innovative tech solutions to real-world problems.
Electrical engineering is the foundation of most technologies we use daily. In this Bachelor’s, you dive into digital computing, wireless communication and electronic systems to design the future.
Healthcare efficiency, eHealth, public health: there’s more to healthcare than medicine. In this Dutch-taught Bachelor’s, you dive into the management of modern healthcare to improve its quality.
Combine your creativity with technology and engineering to design and improve products, services, and systems for different target groups.
Are you analytical and interested in maths and business processes? In this Bachelor’s, you combine technical know-how, engineering, and management skills to improve business processes.
Do you want to understand and improve businesses in the global market? In this Bachelor’s, you dive into business strategy, marketing, finance, and management to tackle business challenges.
Polarisation, immigration, (cyber)security and sustainability: learn to use your knowledge of policy-making, legislation, and societal developments to address the challenges of today’s digital world.
From rollercoasters to a robotic hand: in this Bachelor’s, available in Enschede and Amsterdam, you learn to invent, design and improve all kinds of appliances, machines, constructions and processes.
Are you interested in the human mind and how digital technology impacts behaviour? In this Bachelor’s, you explore the human psyche in a modern context, training you as a future-focused psychologist.
From programming and databases to networks and systems: use your fascination and talent for computers and technology to impact society and businesses.
Do you want to become the doctor of the future? In this Dutch-taught Bachelor’s, you learn to combine medicine and technology to find innovative ways to optimise diagnostics and treatment methods.
Expand your understanding of mathematics to tackle challenging issues in a variety of sectors. This Master’s teaches you to discover new patterns and predict them through mathematical models.
Deepen your understanding of the laws of physics to find technical solutions in a wide range of areas such as IT, sustainability, healthcare, chiptechnology, digitalisation, finance, space and more.
Technological advances are at the heart of innovation in healthcare. In this master's, you'll learn to develop medical innovations that contribute to better care, from organ-on-a-chip to exoskeleton.
In today’s evolving world it makes no sense to do business as usual. This Master’s turns you into an innovative, entrepreneurial business leader who prepares businesses for the challenges of tomorrow.
Become an expert in IT-based business innovation, able to devise new services and radically improve the way businesses work.
Develop new chemical processes, materials and molecules and contribute to innovations that benefit our society in areas such as health, water, food and sustainability.
Do you want to work on future-proof solutions in the construction, water and/or transport sector? Learn to manage civil engineering projects with an eye for both technical and non-technical aspects.
Are you interested in human behaviour, social change and communication? In this Master's, you will learn to develop communication strategies for brands, governments and other organisations.
Become an expert computer scientist and learn to solve the biggest challenges of our digital society by designing and developing more secure and efficient ICT systems.
Become an expert in managing large-scale, complex construction projects in an increasingly digitised industry, using an innovative, integral approach.
Are you fascinated by learning, but not necessarily dreaming of becoming a teacher? Engage in educational breakthroughs in schools and/or organisations as a researcher, designer or consultant.
Design smart and sustainable electronics and advanced chips for applications such as biomedical technology, autonomous vehicles, computer vision, nanotechnology and the energy transition.
Become an expert in designing the software and hardware of complex embedded systems in vehicles, pacemakers and chipsets, amongst others.
The one-year, English-taught Master's in Environmental & Energy Management will equip you to lead, manage and govern socio-technological change processes related to energy, water and the environment.
Managing Europe is a complex challenge. This Master’s gives you the expertise to operate in this fascinating environment where various levels of government come together.
Do you want to contribute to the future of healthcare? In this master’s, you’ll learn how to use policy, management, and technology to create accessible, affordable, and sustainable care.
Do you want to design innovative products that can enrich everyday life? In this Master’s, you combine design and engineering to optimise not only products, but also product development.
Combine technical expertise with management skills to analyse, improve, and future-proof complex business processes in (international) organisations.
Delve into the field of human-computer interaction and design and develop intelligent and interactive technologies that are meaningful to people and society.
Become an expert mechanical engineer who focuses on the futureproof design, analysis and maintenance of machinery, structures, products and production processes.
Tackle big challenges on the tiniest scale: become an expert in nanotechnology and develop smart, innovative solutions for major societal issues in healthcare, ICT and sustainability.
How does technology shape our lives and the world we live in? Learn to understand the role of modern technology in our society from a philosophical perspective.
Understanding our world starts with understanding people. Learn how to influence human behaviour—from building trust in new technology and promoting mental health to preventing criminal behaviour.
Do you want to understand the role of governments in themes like climate, healthcare, security, and sustainability? Learn to address today’s key political, societal, and technological challenges.
Share your knowledge of science subjects in school! This Dutch-taught teacher education programme will equip you to become a teacher in secondary (Dutch) education.
Natural disasters, poverty, food shortages, epidemics, and climate change: learn to tackle society’s greatest and complex challenges using spatial data and technical and socio-economic knowledge.
Work towards the energy transition! In this Master's, you will learn to conceive, develop and apply sustainable energy solutions for a future without fossil fuels.
This Dutch-taught Master's equips you to use AI, medical imaging and smart sensors to improve diagnoses, personalise treatments and safely apply technology in clinical practice.
Water scarcity, pollution and waste are pressing global challenges. In this Master’s, you will learn to develop sustainable solutions using microbiology, chemistry and engineering.
Application requirements
To qualify for this support, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- You have a Dutch residence permit because you applied for ayslum
- Your received your residence permit less than five years ago (date of decision),
- Or you have applied for asylum in the Netherlands and an asylum procedure is ongoing
- Your preparatory training is sufficient to study in higher education: University or University of Applied Sciences (hbo/hogeschool). You must provide a certificate of enrolment and a certificate of admission to a programme. The UAF can also help you when you want to study at MBO level 3 and 4.
- You speak English or Dutch at an intermediate or high level, or you are following a Dutch language course (level B1)
- You attended school in your country of origin. Your level of education is comparable to the Dutch Havo 5 level or 12 years or preliminary education, or you have completed prior education in your country of origin comparable to the Dutch Havo 5 level or 12 years of previous education
- You have completed at least 11 years of education
- You have not yet graduated at a Dutch University or University of Applied Sciences.
- You speak English or Dutch at an intermediate level (B1 or higher)
- You are willing to refund part of the payments you received to finance your studies.
Deadline for application
This programme has no deadline for application. You can apply all-year-long.